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Sharon Shoesmith: how social workers can get their professional pride back

Community Care

Director of education and children’s services at Haringey Council when the Peter Connelly case (known at the time as Baby P) hit the headlines of every news outlet in 2008, Shoesmith was removed from her post during a live TV press conference by the then secretary of state for children, Ed Balls.

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Social Worker Personal Statement | A Winning Example

Social Work Haven

As a prospective social work student, I recognised that my own life experiences, both personal and professional, could pave the way for a career devoted to addressing social problems, advocating for vulnerable people, and tackling issues of social injustice. The work load, crisis and challenges we face can be overwhelming.

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71 Common Interview Questions Every Social Worker Must Know

Social Work Haven

Preparing for interview questions you may be asked during a social work interview is vital. “By By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail,” — Benjamin Franklin As Benjamin Franklin has highlighted; preparation is essential for success. Why did you pursue social work as a career? Tell us a bit about yourself.

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Are You Struggling With a Social Worker Personal Statement?

Social Work Haven

This personal statement will suit social work students who will soon qualify as social workers, and may want to look into applying for a Newly Qualified Social Worker role within children services. I have an awareness of services relevant to children, young people, families/carers.

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Strong Social Work Personal Statement Examples

Social Work Haven

Witnessing the impact they had on the lives of service users left an indelible mark on my perspective and planted the seeds of my own career aspirations. Social workers were not just professionals; they were advocates, change-makers, and beacons of hope for individuals and families grappling with life’s challenges.

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How to Ace Your First Social Work Job Interview

Social Work Haven

TRENDING CONTENT ON SOCIAL WORK HAVEN How to Ace Your First Social Work Job Interview How often have you heard of someone not succeeding at a job interview? Have you thought of reasons this person may not have been offered the job role? Quick Navigation What is a Social Work Job Interview? What’s more?

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BSW & MSW Scholarship Recipients 2022-2023

University of Connecticut

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the School of Social Work is able to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to our BSW and MSW students each academic year. These scholarships not only help students meet their financial obligations but also recognize their academic achievements and contributions to the social work profession.